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State Government Scheme

Financial Assistance To Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category)

The scheme “Financial Assistance to Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category)” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.

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Scheme Level
State
Applicable In
Kerala
Category
Social welfare & Empowerment
How to Apply
Offline
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About the Financial Assistance To Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category) Scheme

The scheme “Financial Assistance to Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category)” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. Under the scheme, the Government of Kerala provides financial assistance to inter-caste married couples (except SC/ST category) who suffer from financial problems.

Benefits

  1. Under the scheme, a one-time financial assistance of ₹30,000/- will be given to inter-caste married couples.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. The applicant should be a resident of Kerala State.
  2. The inter-caste married couples who are legally married are eligible for financial assistance.
  3. The combined family income of the couple should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
  4. The couples are entitled to financial assistance one-time only.
  5. The couples must apply for financial assistance after one year of marriage but not exceeding 2 years from the date of marriage.

Note 01: The financial assistance should be utilized for purposes like starting a business, for the purchase of land, or for the construction of a house. The Local Self Government Institutions (LSGIs) should ensure that funds are being utilized for the said purposes.

Note 02: While receiving financial assistance, couples will be required to sign an agreement and submit it to the LSGIs.

How to Apply for Financial Assistance To Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category)

Application mode: Offline

Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit the nearest District Social Justice Office and collect the application form. The application form can also be downloaded from the official website of the Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala.

Step 02: The applicant needs to fill out the application form completely.

Step 03: The duly filled application form along with supporting documents has to be submitted to the concerned District Social Justice Officers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Financial Assistance To Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category) scheme?

The scheme “Financial Assistance to Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category)” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. Under the scheme, the Government of Kerala provides financial assistance to inter-caste married couples (except SC/ST…

Who is eligible for Financial Assistance To Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category)?

The applicant should be a resident of Kerala State. The inter-caste married couples who are legally married are eligible for financial assistance. The combined family income of the couple should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-. The couples are entitled to financial assistance one-time only. The couples must…

What benefits does Financial Assistance To Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category) provide?

Under the scheme, a one-time financial assistance of ₹30,000/- will be given to inter-caste married couples.

How can I apply for Financial Assistance To Inter-Caste Married Couples (Except SC/ST Category)?

Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit the nearest District Social Justice Office and collect the application form. The application form can also be downloaded from the official website of the Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala. Step 02: The appli…

Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.

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